Happy Endings

This is Abbey

Abbey is an absolutely super dog and her owners love her to bits. She has proved to be the perfect companion for her owner's older GSD Hun.

This is Ace

This is a photograph of Ace on his holidays in Cornwall back in July. I adopted him in May 2008 and he has turned out to be a real sweetheart. He thoroughly enjoys his twice daily walks in the forest, playing ball and paddling in the sea. When not rushing around he favours the sofa or my bed for a nap. He is still strong on the lead and quite boisterous with his doggy friends (although Holly my 11 year old labrador x still puts him in his place!) i guess he will eventually calm down with age. He is very cuddly and very loving so i just have to forgive him even when he ate my lounge carpet (i didn't like it anyway).

This is Alfie

Alfie our greyhound who we collected from you in Feb 2009. He has turned out to be a wonderful boy who gives my partner and I so much pleasure, he is also a great Grandad who adores him and keeps him very fit for us. It turned out that Alfie had a very colourful past and was a very good standing in the greyhound world. He travelled up and down the country racing to a high standard.

This is Alfie

Alfie has been part of the family for about 16 months and has brought so much joy and laughter, he is full of life and is a real 'bag of tricks'. Thank you so much for bringing Alfie into our lives.

This is Alfie

Alfie is a super dog - so well behaved, gentle and tolerant - both with people and other dogs. (Hates cats though!) The photos show Alfie in his home-loving " this is my settee" mode.

This is Amber

This gorgeous girl is Amber, who is a really lovely and patient dog, especially with the little autistic girl she lives with. Amber's new family love her very much, and she loves living with them in her new home.

This is Archie

Jack Russell cross Archie and chihuahua Taylor are the best of friends and love lots of cuddles and fun and playing in the garden.

This is Baxter

Baxter was only in the rescue for a very short time as the lady who found him adopted him.

This is Beau Beau

This very handsome lurcher is Beau Beau, who is a much loved dog in a wonderful home that he shares with his owners and his eight best friends.

This is Bella

a picture of our now 2 1/2 year old beautiful border collie cross golden retriever bella which the stray dog sanctuary kindly found for us. She is a very well loved member of our family with a blessed famly life of with weekly bus rides and long walks from studland to swanage and wareham forest keeping my father company on his rambles helping him keep fit and lose wieght. also beach and woodland walks with us. everyone who meets her loves her and wants to keep her. this photo shows her rosettes for 2nd place in the most beautiful bitch and young handler award. Although weve only had her since she was 10months old she settled quickly into being such a perfect gentle family dog

This is Bella

The first picture of lovely Bella is in Wales, she climbed up and down Snowdon with her owners and the second is when she had just got her Bronze award at dog training.

This is Bonza

Bonza is a strong character and has settled in incredibly quickly, not always to my own lurcher's amusement! In fact, it's the first time I've ever heard her growl - when HER precious possessions (1-4 yrs old bones formerly buried, now dug up by Bonza, etc) are approached. But they play together for hours. When Bonza can't keep up (particularly when lots of sharp turns are required) she yelps in frustration. The cat and she have come to an understanding and she learned very quickly not to chase the hens (though the new chicks do look very appetising, so I'll have to be careful when I let them out of the broody cage). I'm not sure she'll be submissive enough to make the rough shooting dog we want but she's charmed us into thinking we don't mind another freeloader!

This is Brandy

Brandy is a beautiful whippet cross and these are his owner's words: When I first met Brandy at the kennels, he was such a sad, pathetic, lonely little dog .His owner had decided not to keep him any more after having him for 8 years and he could not understand why he been abandoned. I took him home to meet my two lurchers and greyhound and he fitted into our family so well from the start. He has always been so well behaved,very loving and has a wonderful personality. I'll never understand why his previous owner decided to give him up, but I am so very, very, pleased that she did because Brandy has brought so much joy to my family.

This is Buddy

Buddy is very happy in his new home and loves his walks/runs with Ollie, he is an abedient dog most of the time and fun to have. His whole attitude has changed in the short space of time we’ve had him. He’s must leaner, strong dog.Plays with the cats. When he sleeps he insists on sleeping on your lap, as you can see he’s not exactly a small dog.

This is Charlie

Before he was rescued, Charlie was living in a cupboard with a stairgate across and not being exercised. He now has a lovely new home where he is a much loved pet and has lots of runs and a wonderful life.

This is Charlie and Henry

Henry came into the sanctuary as one of several little lurcher pups and he went to his new home to live with his owners and their labrador Nesta and cat Memphis. They have recently been joined by whippet Charlie, whose previous owner's health problems meant that he could no longer keep him. Charlie and Henry have a lovely life, enjoying runs on the beach and in the fields.

This is Cookie

Cookie is now five years old and has brought us a great deal of fun in the time we've had him. One of his favourite tricks is to jump into cow troughs, to cool down and enjoy a nice slow drink. However, as you can see, his efforts were somewhat thwarted in February this year during the very cold spell we had then. The attached picture was taken just down from Swyre Head on a winter walk to Kimmeridge. Hope all is well with you and the sanctuary. Thanks again for giving us our lovely mutt!

This is Diesel

I adopted Diesel (was called Solly) earlier this year as a companion for my 10 year old GSD Apollo. Diesel was aggressive towards other dogs when we were out walking but I had him castrated and ever since then he has been fine. He loves his twice daily walks which often is down on the beach or in the nearby fields and absolutely loves playing ball. He can be a little food aggressive but is improving all the time, this maybe due to his time before I adopted him as there was no background on him. Diesel is extremely affectionate towards humans and adores having cuddles. I definitely have no regrets. I love him dearly.

This is Fritz

New arrival dachsund Fritz has settled in really well and made good friends with Ralph, Hetty and Buster.

This is Georgie

This lovely dog is Georgie, who is much loved by her owners.

This is Harry

Lovely Harry's family say: This is Harry who we adopted at the end of July 2008. He is well and truly one of the family, and has given us great pleasure. He runs freely (the squirrels are not happy) and socialises with all other dogs. As a family who in the past have always had puppies, we would truly recommend adopting an adult dog.

This is Jasper

We gave a home to Jasper in May 2010. He is a fantastic with the family and everyone he meets. He gets on really well with other dogs and he loves his walks in the forest and on the beach. We thought he was going to be a real live wire when we picked him up from the kennels but he has settled down now and has a lovely temperament. He has turned out to be very intelligent and quick to learn, so he has been very easy to train.

This is Jet

Beautiful Jet's owners say: We got our lurcher in May 2002. She was named Gypsy, but we renamed her Jetsam as she'd been discarded & found as a stray in Christchurch. She was extremely skinny & her tail was always curled between her legs. Encouraging her to lie with us on the sofa & praising her for being a "good girl" enabled her to gradually build her confidence. Now Jetsam can be found lying in the sunniest softest spot in the house, or a sun trap in the garden. In the cooler times of the year she will ask to have the wood burner lit for so that she can stretch out in front of it to warm her bare belly. She was just so amazing for us that we now have a second lurcher called Murphy.

This is Jinx

Jinx was adopted two months ago and is very much loved by her owner. She has settled in very well with white/pied staffie Paleface.

This is Libby and Murphy

Libby is an ex-racing greyhound and Murphy was found as a stray is a terrible state, very underweight, and with an open wound and also a lot of old scars. They have found a lovely home together, where they are really happy and much loved, and as you can see from the photos, are the best of friends.

This is Louie

Pretty little Louie's owner reluctantly had to give her up becasue she could no longer look after her because of health problems, but she soon found a lovely new home where she is very happy and has settled in really well.

This is Lucy and Sam

Lucy and Sam, who you found for us last summer, have both settled in well. `Henry' is pleased to have them as his new springer family - Lucy is much less fixated and twinkles most of the time these days and is a delightful gentle companion Sam has done very well and is embarking on his new career as a proper gundog this week end he has been much admired for his good behaviour and good looks the last few weeks. The photos are: 1 Henry in basket with Sam in the blue collar and Lucy 2 the queue for lunch Lucy leading 3 Lucy in the basket $ Sam resting after a busy day ! Henry loves to live with spaniels - Sam + Lucy helped him get over the deaths of his friends Biggles + Big Henry. Lucy is a gentle lady and Sam is a happy teenager, they all fill our lives with laughter and love.

This is Mac

Mac's owner's say: Mac aka whisky is doing exceptionally well. Full of terrier beans and any other kind of mischief that he can find to get into!! He's fantastic with other dogs, especially larger breeds!! His best friend is a G.S.D called Ruby. Of course he loves our other dog to bits!! We are very lucky you know, he goes out in the garden and chases away all of the invisible monsters. He makes a fantastic windowsill ornament!! And is constantly on patrol, pesky cats, pigeons etc...Large cobbles are his favourite dog toy for some reason? He prefers them to tennis balls. We have a small scree bed by the front door! He is a pleasure to own, we wouldnt be without him, he does his breed justice 'Border Terrier'

This is Martigan

These are some pictures of Martigan, showing he's settled in to his new home. He's a real treat and is enjoying his new life in the country. He's discovering so many things though he doesn't like mud! That's a blessing really. He has made lots of new friends including our next door neighbour's weimaraner. It's all very tiring for a little puppy.

This is Max

These are his owner's words: I adopted a german shepherd who we called Max about 1 1/2 years ago. When he arrived he was very thin, he didn't know if he was coming or going after having had three homes in just the first year of his life. Lou (my rotti) and I have spent a huge amount of time, exercising, playing games, feeding him up, slowly building up his muscles and learning manners. He has become an exceptional canine friend and a very loving member of our family. His patience with our jack russell puppy has been extraordinary. But remember if you're thinking of adopting a GSD you must be COMMITTED, you must have PATIENCE & ENERGY, you must give them ALL THE TIME THEY DESERVE.

This is Max

Max was in the rescue kennels for a long time until one day his luck changed and someone came and fell in love with him. As you can see from the photos, Max is now a very happy, contented dog in a lovely home.

This is Peanut

Peanut was adopted in June and is very happy in her new home.

This is Pixie

10 year old greyhound Pixie spent most of her life living in a shed. Now she has a wonderful life with her new owners and her new friends, the other greyhounds and lurchers in the home. As you can see from the photos, she is enjoying every minute of the freedom she now enjoys.

This is Poppy

Whippet Poppy was frightened of everyone and everything when we first brought her home. Now she is a happy, very playful little girl who loves to run and wants to make friends with every dog she meets. Her best friend is our greyhound Max and she likes to cuddle up with him. Poppy brightens up every day and has brought so much joy to our family.

This is Ralph

Lovely lurcher Ralph spent the first few years of his life living in a shed. Now he has a home where he is loved very much and lives happily with his two new friends Hetty and Buster.

This is Robbie

Robbie's owner says: This is Robbie, who was adopted in February 2008. His nickname is the "Robster" on account of pinching all his doggie friend's toys and balls. But he is very friendly and non aggresive dog who provides hours of entertainment. He also keeps his tame human fit by needing very long walks and loves running free in fields and woods and especially on the beach. Always a welcome when I come in and now my best mate. I am so glad I found him.

This is Ruby and Baz

Ruby and Baz's owners say: We adopted Ruby from you back in November 2004. She was approximately 18 months old then (she's now 7). She was found wandering in Salisbury after being hit by a car and amazingly nobody claimed her. As you can see she's a beautiful dog and we wouldn't be without her for the world. Baz came to us from you after we had to have Oscar (another Rottie rescue from Ireland) put to sleep back in May 2008. As you can imagine we were heartbroken and so was Ruby. She was so lonely after Oscar died we knew we'd have to adopt another dog to keep her company. Baz had been with you for 8 months when we homed him and had built up a strong bond with Ken at Bere Regis. Ken was delighted when we agreed to home him and we were astounded Baz had been with you for so long. It's so wrong the bad press Rotties and Staffies etc. have had when it's all about how you treat them. Still, it was our gain. Baz too is a wonderful dog; loyal and funny and we wouldn't be without him either!

This is Sam

This is Yorkshire terrier Sam in his home with his new friend. Sam is nearest the camera, with the darker coat.

This is Scamp

When Scamp was found as a stray, he was rather shaggy to say the least, as you can see from the first photo. A month later, after having a make-over, (and having put on over half a kilo in weight!) he is pictured with his housemate and best friend Maddie, herself a rescue dog nearly ten years ago. Scamp is such a happy little chap and a wonderful companion for 10 year old Maddie. They have become inseparable!

This is Scooby

Lovely Scooby has settled very well into his new home and is a much loved pet.

This is Shady

Ths beautiful boy is Shady. He was so unhappy in kennels, but his luck changed the day the family who became his new owners arrived to see him. Now Shady is a much loved and very happy dog who has a wonderful home and love his walks on the beach. He is a wonderful dog with bags of personality and a great addition to his family. You will see from the photos how happy and healthy he now is.

This is Sidney

Beautiful collie Sidnay was a very nervous dog in the kennels and it took some time before he found a home. Luckily for him, one day someone came and saw him and has given him a wonderful home where, with a lot of tender loving care and reassurance from his new owners he is slowly becoming more confident. UPDATE from Sid's owner September 2010. Sid has transformed into a far more confident dog although he is still sometimes fazed by sudden noise. He walks with his friends every morning and I no longer have to keep him on a lead on the local open space. He particularly likes to run with Mollie and Jake his two black labrador friends. He is a wonderful companion and was a great comfort to me when Brian had a spell in hospital recently. He is now very much part of the family and has been a particular success with our two younger grandchildren who had previously been very nervous of dogs. .

This is Smiffy

My name is Smiffy formerly known as Smitten. I was adopted in May 2009. My hobbies are ball,walking, ball,swimming,ball,playing,ball,pinching food,ball,cuddles and I love all ball games. Smiffy is a lovely dog and has quickly become a very much loved family member.

This is Snowy

Snowy joined us just under a month ago and has really settled in well after a few "accidents" in the house. He is good friends with Daisy Whippet and they often share a bed or sofa although she is still a bit nervous of him when he has his "crazy 5 minutes"! Lizzie Greyhound is a bit elderly so isn't too fussed and he has learned to treat her with respect! He is always eager to please, very gentle with kids and adults alike (especially when taking treats) and obedient. He has obviously had some training as he sits for his dinner or to have his lead to be put on without asking and gives a paw for treats. he was very strong and keen on the lead initially but has come on leaps and bounds in the last fortnight. He is already a much loved dog and part of the family!

This is Sox

Sox's owners say: Its been 1 year since we adopted Sox. As he was a stray we were unsure of his background. However, it became clear from the start that he was a loving dog and he has quickly become a very big part of our lives. We absolutely love him to bits. He enjoys chasing balls on the beach twice a day and snuggling up on the couch with us at the end of the day.

This is Stanley

Stanley was in such a terrible state when he was rescued that it was very doubtful that he would survive. He was painfully thin and had sustained dreadful injuries after being run over by a car. However, thanks to the skill of the vet and the care that the received in the sanctuary, Stanley pulled through. The search began for a foster home for him while he continued his long recovery, and thankfully someone came forward to offer him that home. Stanley needed crate rest for seversl months, and was given lots of lots of TLC to help with his recovery. The foster home turned into Stan's forever home, where he has a wonderful life, going for long walks and runs in the fields and on the beach with his owners and his best friend and housemate, bedlington/whippet Spider.

This is Sunny

His owner says: He is a brilliant dog and has just passed his Kennel club gold obedience certificate. He is about to enter competitions for agility too, so as you can see, a really good boy all round. We are so pleased with him and I think he is happy with us too.

This is Susa and Archie

Greyhounds Susa and Archie went to their new home a year ago. They settled in really well and really live up to their couch potato reputations as you can see from one of the photos!

This is Tilly

Tliiy's owner says: She is such an intelligent dog, always wanting to play! She’s full of beans and settling in well. Keller and her are very good friends and we have seen a marked improvement in his behaviour and temperament. Many thanks for helping Tilly such that she has been able to come to live with us, we love her and think she’s great.

This is Toby

Toby's owner says: I am sending a picture of Toby who I adopted at the beginning of 2008 just after my husband died.He has been absolutely wonderful you would be amazed at the way he looks after my 16 year old JT who came from the RSPCA in 1994.She has doggie dementia if there is such a thing and he goes and finds her in the park or woods when she wanders off during our walks and leads her back. He is a marvellous guard dog and makes me so happy. He's like a toddler and my house is covered in cuddly toys which he chews and spreads around. He has made the last couple of years much easier for me.

This is Tommy

Ex-racing greyhound Tommmy has a wonderful relaxing life in his new home.

This is Tommy

Tommy's owner says: We have had Tommy for over a year now. Apart from eating my car.s seat belts (£880) =£100 to me insurance paid up he has now passed his escape mode and is the most loving and extremely friendliest dog we have ever had. Thanks you so very much for finding us for him. He now rules to house garden and is doing very well on his lead. Tommy is off lead in large areas but not near roads.

This is Zeus

This is what greyhound Zeus's owner says about him: He has settled in well and made himself very much at home. He was really clean from day one and gets on fine with our J.R. Doesn't seem to know what toys are or how to play but is gradually learning from the other dog. He is the sweetest natured dog and so full of joy. Every day now his personality is coming out a little more. He is just gorgeous and already much loved The photo is of one of Zeus's new friend and one of him taking over his new friend's bed, he doesn't quite fit as you can see but he seems to think that it's very nice anyway.